Temporary Museum Security Associate

Cornell University • Ithaca, MI

1d • $24 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Johnson Museum of Art is hiring a part-time Temporary Museum Security Associate to provide security for the Museum and backup operational support. The position is temporary for three months, with the possibility of extension, and offers up to 19 hours per week. Pay is $24.00–$24.30 per hour, depending on experience. This is an on-site position at the Johnson Museum of Art and does not support a hybrid or remote schedule. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The role supports the safety and security of the Museum’s collections, visitors, staff, and facilities through routine patrols, incident reporting, and maintenance of security systems. The associate also provides backup visitor-services and reception support, assists with classroom and event logistics, and responds to building or facility issues as needed. The Museum’s permanent collection includes 40,000 works spanning six millennia and most world cultures, and it hosts approximately 350 class sessions per academic year.

The schedule is flexible and may include weekdays, evenings, holidays, and on-call availability. The role requires extensive patrolling of galleries and facilities, including repeatedly using staircases.

Requirements

• High school diploma and related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, reliable, encouraging, and team-minded.
• Strong customer service and relational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Physical ability to patrol galleries and facilities extensively and use staircases repeatedly.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, evenings, holidays, and on-call availability.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with the 25Live web-based scheduling and calendar system.
• Experience with audiovisual equipment.
• High level of initiative.
• Background in security, event planning, and mentoring is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine daily patrols of Museum galleries and facilities.
• Support the safety and security of the Museum’s collections, visitors, staff, and facilities.
• Report incidents and maintain security systems.
• Provide backup visitor-services and reception support.
• Assist with classroom and event logistics.
• Respond to building or facility issues as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED